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Chandler, AZ, USA Joined: 06/10/2007 |
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H.A.M.B., Build-It, Drive-It, Custom Rodder, Street Rodder, Hot Rodder, Old-School, Builder
Flag this garage as inappropriateFord Roadster "Bonnie"
It's a PINTO motor! Embrace it! C3 automatic and an 8" with 4:11 gears
The engine has a custom made header and a custom made intake, both made by me with help from friends. There's 2 weber 44 carbs on top. The internals of the engine are stock, but the heads ported and has been modified for a solid lift cam.
Chassis:
2x3 box frame made by the original owner. The front and rear suspensions I re-did later. Check out the pics. There are quarter elliptical springs front and back. I included a picture made from pro/E, the cad software I used to design the front end. Every seen that done before? The shock mount also mounts the spring and the headlight.
Wheels & Tires:
Just changed the wheels to 16" steelies with Firestone bias ply rubber. So far, they ride better then I though they would, especially in the back. I still run some stainless trim rings with caps.
Body:
yea. right. it's PPG primer black.
Interior:
Custom by owner... haha.
Here's Bonnie. She's a 1927 Roadster that I bought in 2002. It's a cool story how I got it when Boyd Coddington...
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I know it's not period correct, but it's a pretty easy engine to use 'cause of availability. It's served me well. I decided to post my 2 cents here for everyone. I don't claim to be an expert, this is just what I've found/learned. I'll enjoy seeing other opinions and success stories.
So here's what I'd look for or watch out for when using a 2.3:
1) DIS stuff, it means, NO DISTRIBUTOR! Unless you're going computer controlled, you don't want that stuff. Most later model stuff is DIS.
2) Don't go for the 2 spark plug heads, I hear theres no benefit... also I think the D port head is the best... but unless you're racing, the oval's probably just as good. There's also an aluminum head and a full ARCA racing block... Bring cash!!
3) to run a solid lift cam (that's what I have) you need to modify the head. Try to find one that's already done, depending on if you want to buy the tool to do it yourself. And the roller-follower heads are cool, but it'll be a little harder to find cams; there are alot of roller heads out there
4) STROKE IT! If you end up buying parts, instead of a finished engine, go for the chevy rods or a longer rods with shorty pistons. It's better for torque. You can pretty easily get to 2.7L. (with the Ford SVO tall deck block, you can get to 3.0L!)
5) also, try to find a 2.5L crank. You might have to get some main bearing inserts (not that expensive) but it's a cheap 200cc's! Later model Ford Rangers had the 2.5 w/o the distributor.
6) If you're gonna run an automatic, don't feel like you have to find the elusive (=pricey and often cracked) 2.3 to C4 bellhousing. The C3 I have has served me well with a shift kit and rebuild. It shifts hard. The only trouble is the stock stall converter. But, Hughes, here in AZ will build a custom converter for only about $300. By the time you buy a C4, build it and buy a higher-stall converter, I think you'll save money. I'm using a slightly modified Chevy 350 Genie shifter too (with a killer ChromedRat shift knob!). If I had room for another pedal, I'd run a manual and solve a BUNCH Of problems! NO can-do in a narrowed 27 modified.
7) The valve cover selection sucks, that's why I designed the finned one. The one on my car is the nicest of what's out there, but the last one like I have sold for $174! Try to find a chrome, stamped one, or a stock one and pinstripe it up!
8) For the intakes, you can get an Esslinger-2 barrel or Offenhauser 4 barrel one fairly easily, they come up all the time (I have an extra Esslinger). Watch what the ministock racers are running. The one I have is custom, but you can buy a similar one from Esslinger. Watch out for interference with the distributor for trick custom intakes.
9) Websites: turboford.org (mostly turbo guys, but a good crowd); esslingerengineering.com; http://racerwalsh.zoovy.com/ (under 4 cylinder) those are the ones I've used. And, I just found this... http://www.ringsurf.com/ring/ford23/ its a 2.3 web ring. I'm gonna check it out. There are many other sites.
Finally, watch out for other Ford 4 banger stuff. To my knowledge, NOTHING interchanges. 2.0 stuff won't work and later model 2.3 stuff (ztec) won't fit. I've found the COOLEST valve cover, but it only fits the 2.0.
Here's my ebay searches to narrow the search for the right 2.3 parts. You still get some crap, but it's less. You should be able to cut and paste, then save the search.
("2300", ,, "2.3", ,, esslinger,, "racer walsh") -"2.3" -,autometer, -fiat, -vega, -monza, -mazda, -mercedes, -focus -aspire -topaz -probe -taurus -bronco -"f-150" -windstar -f150 -honda -chevy -(harley, headlight, light, shirt)
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"2.3" ford -focus -aspire -topaz -probe -taurus -bronco -"f-150" -windstar -f150 -honda -chevy -(harley,headlight,,light,shirt)
I hope this is useful to someone!
Do you have any information about this car? It was my dad's and I'd really like to know what happened to it.
Thank you!
So here's what I started with. It's a good shot, I think.
Then I used this sunset. This sunset was taken in front of my house and is UNEDITED!
Then I put the two pictures together! It wasn't too hard to do since the parts I cut away had alot of straight lines.
I hope you like it! Please check out my website: www.myrideisme.com or see lots more pictures of this car in my garage.
Bonnie's new look
Got a little tired of the white walls, plus I'm trying to push the car to one era or another.
Best Shot
this is in front of my house with some photoshop love.. i actually use "the gimp" to edit pictures
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| Filling Backup lights in a 63 Falcon Wagon | My 63 Falcon wagon had the backup lights located in the tailgate. The lenses have always been broken so I decided to fill the holes in for a cleaner look to the back of the car. I'm also filling the Falcon emblem above the rear window crank. This is a couple hour job depending on your welding skills! Read More... |
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DragNuts |
07-03-2009 6:50 PM Hey Craig, hope all is well and have a happy 4th. Your site looks great and has grown alot. Keep up the good work and let me know when you come out west. I may go out to the Kingman Street Drags if I get my new crank in. TTYS Find more videos like this on DragNuts |
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mikesrod |
06-30-2009 9:13 PM Hey Pike, did you see me early or late?? We parked on Main with Jim in his '41 Ford and made a circuit before heading out. Saw Branden go by but not you. Keep the rubber side down |
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41FORDCOUPE |
06-30-2009 1:19 AM Hey Pike' Thanks for the heads up on the e-mail, I'll get it corrected. Yeah, I was in Mesa Sat. night w/ "Mikesrod" enjoying the sights. A little short on rides but fun none-the-less. Always enjoy the cruises. Thanks again. See you out and about. |
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Alstoys |
06-30-2009 1:08 AM Thanks for the comments on my 62 Impala i put some inform about the car. Thanks |
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Miss_Daisy65 |
06-12-2009 5:34 PM Thanks for the comment on Miss Daisy. God is great, beer is good, and car people are crazy! |
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branden |
06-10-2009 12:53 AM Hey, thanks for welcoming me to the site. As we both know, Chandler covers alot of ground. If you see me out....flag me down, cuz i won't be able to hear you...hahaha. I look forward to meeting you. |
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41FORDCOUPE |
06-08-2009 10:28 AM Thanks, got the crew thing figured out. Working to get some members from the St. Paul Mn. area. They like MyRideIsMe also. |
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azcowbo |
05-27-2009 5:43 PM Hi Pike, Downloaded some updated photos of the "Billet-T", yesterday. We did a dry fire Friday and I installed the oversized radiator Sat. We fired it up for real this am. What a thrill, almost better than sex. I downloaded three short videos on "You Tube" (azcowbo). Check it out. I am keeping a photo log for a feature article in the future. Ron |
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elmoco40 |
05-26-2009 7:11 PM hey pike, saw the story,very kool, thanks for that and thanks forthe playin cards!!!if you need more pics,just let me know! ---dave |
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Dallas |
05-21-2009 4:36 PM Hey, Thanks for letting Hecht do the story on our Salt Flats Roadster. Unless you run a 400 MPH streamliner we don't get much press. We kind of went the old school hot rod route. I hear your coming out to the salt this year, I will set aside as much time as I can to be your tour guide. Thanks again |
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dadsgarage |
05-12-2009 11:28 AM The PHANTOM BANTAM is still owned by me, going to keep her in the family. |
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MissTreat |
05-01-2009 6:27 PM Thanks! I just got em', so I'm spending most of my time on the road or in the garage. I'll try to get "my garage" set up soon. Thanks for looking. |
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DevilDoll78 |
04-28-2009 12:38 PM Hey! Thanks! To answer your questions yup we were there! The So Cal guys saw the 32' in the parking lot and pushed it in w/o us knowing..lol. We had some problems getting it running and were a little too late. Kristen (GreaseGirl) was one of my best friends from 6th grade until she moved sometime during Jr. High. We just got back intouch! Our first meetup was at VLV this year! |
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darklincoln |
04-23-2009 2:18 PM ya i do remember I was like "I dont remember from where but I know that car" and when I signed on today to update some stuff now that I have my car back I figured it out |
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darklincoln |
04-23-2009 1:20 PM i just finished my car on friday and went to central and then lost my linkage at the circle K but I have been driving a lot I put almost 400 miles on it already |
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darklincoln |
04-23-2009 1:05 PM where you at the cruise on central this last weekend?? |
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TheGreenMachine |
04-02-2009 12:14 AM hey right now im keeping my nova pretty stock its my daily driver i am thinking about painting it flat black and maybe doing some pin stripping but right now my oil pressure is acting weird so im trying not to drive it very much and saving up cuz i got no money right now |
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Belgium |
04-01-2009 11:05 PM hey go one more photo published in Rebel Rods June2009 page 62-63 this rocks. |
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Belgium |
04-01-2009 11:03 PM right, well a manx is built with volks part, but it was desinged by Mike Myers of valey center in the 60's |
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TheOPWK |
03-26-2009 2:42 PM You still want to roll out to Vegas? |
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Scruffy50Chevy |
03-24-2009 10:52 AM Love the site Craig! Thanks for the invite. |
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thehazmatguy |
03-23-2009 4:02 AM I like the website. Thanks for the invite! Are you going to go to the Main Street cruise in Mesa this weekend? |
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dadsgarage |
03-21-2009 5:20 AM Would love to see the Phantam Bantam as a featured car Best Dan |
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dadsgarage |
03-21-2009 5:04 AM Bantam is up for sale on ebay,but no luck. I bought robs Pickup sweet ride can't stay out of it. |
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dadsgarage |
03-07-2009 11:26 PM Finaly added info. to Phantam Bantam best Dan dadsgarage |
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TheOPWK |
02-26-2009 4:09 PM Naw, gonna keep the Y block. I'll leave the expensive stuff to those who can afford it. |
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azcowbo |
02-05-2009 4:11 PM Wickenburg Gold Rush Days, Feb. 13-15 Car Show Friday 13th. (not a good date, ha) 8:30 AM to #:30 PM Parade and Fair- Sat. 14th. - Be there early early because of traffic. |
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azcowbo |
02-05-2009 3:44 PM I see you have met TBucketmanMi. Thought you might like to know, I am the one that sold or gave him his dream car. He is having the time of his life with it. He just installed a 425hp 383 stroker in it. I'm not sure if that will pull that 1650# car, ha. |
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azcowbo |
01-13-2009 11:30 AM Would love to have a feature on the Billet Bucket. I sent three responses to you before I found out how to do this. I have been sending it to myself, ha. |
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Hawk2 |
01-05-2009 10:07 AM I saw the picture of my 56 Chevy at Goodguys. Thanks, Hawk2 |
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hotforged |
12-31-2008 9:51 PM Your tub looks great! It appears your interests are varied! |
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lneil |
12-27-2008 2:57 PM Really nice cars bonnie is cool.I walnut blasted because it wont warp the metal and had them sandblast just the rust spots.Wasn't sure i wanted 2 rip it all the way down but very happy i did.Welded big caster wheels 2 the frame moved any way i wanted nice in my small garage.thanks 4 the comments, getting more tucson freinds 2 join |
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ricky |
12-24-2008 11:33 PM this may be a be a funny question but you have any interest in getting rid of bonnie? |
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htrdvxn |
12-23-2008 7:47 PM Happy Birthday! Hope you have a great one!! |
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erock805 |
12-20-2008 8:45 AM 4 pics??? come on man...let see those new wheels. |
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erock805 |
12-20-2008 8:42 AM We should be able to post vids! |
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18wheelburnout |
12-19-2008 1:44 AM thats a nice rat. i have an old 46 chevy. ill post a pic or two, come look at it. |
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LUCEROU521 |
12-05-2008 9:03 PM OLD SKOOL OR NO SCHOOL. NICE RIDE! PS: LETS RACE! |
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TBucketmanMi |
12-05-2008 8:37 AM I can't picture who you are. I am sure I knew you because I was Cadillac Durability Test Analyst for years, in the office with Brian and the guys. Post a pic, thanks |
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TBucketmanMi |
12-03-2008 2:18 PM Yes I did work at the DPG, |
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twinblown |
12-02-2008 8:15 PM Excellent write up on the 66 Gasser that was a real nice car he did an excellent job. |
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jvdesigns |
12-01-2008 11:05 PM What is Church of Hot Rod????? Did I miss something ?????? No I did not get a newsletter. Jason |
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twinblown |
11-25-2008 11:12 PM Already done did that, there is about 1400 members in our club but about 500 of them are active on the NTBA chat board. again thank you for much for a great article. Ron |
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1320Designs |
11-25-2008 11:00 PM Funny you should say that. I actually met him today at school. I'd be down for stoppin by. I'd like to see how his is done... |
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twinblown |
11-25-2008 7:05 PM All I can say is GREAT job on the write up of the twinblown bucket, thanks again guys you did an awesome job. You know i tried getting the lope out but it did work, Im at 6000ft here in NM and I just need MORE AIR. Again thank you so much for a job well done. Ron |
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erock805 |
11-25-2008 9:41 AM So Wednesday? your falcon or my Vega??? |
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CoolBreeze |
11-19-2008 2:33 AM Hey how is everything my Friend? I appreciate you keeping my story alive. Thank you my friend for all your support. I have more to ask however as my family and I now face being homeless in Austin, Texas. My phone has changed but e-mail me at jkelly@supercruiseia.com and I will give you all the news. Joe "Cool Breeze" Kelly |
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10-24-2008 4:44 PM Hey I'm building a pinto power T also. Want motor under hood, a struggle... About your intake manifold, could you/would you build a shorter one? |
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elmoco40 |
10-20-2008 10:07 PM hey thanks,i would love to send some pics of my ol lady,but how do i do it?? |
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Bake |
09-25-2008 12:37 PM thanks man. can't wait to see that Falcon Wagon when you're done. |
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FutureElements |
09-15-2008 2:29 PM Hey man long time since I have been here. Sorry I finally got my password all figured out. Hope things are going well for ya. Talk with ya soon |
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ROLLINGCOUNTRY |
08-30-2008 11:37 PM AWESOME...STATION WAGONS RULE NICE WORK........COOKIE |
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kastoo |
08-18-2008 6:08 PM I added rides I used to own to my garage. I'm looking for the blue IH 1110 pickup. It might still be here in GA. http://www.myrideisme.com/Garage/kastoo |
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htrdvxn |
08-15-2008 11:48 PM Hi Craig!! This is the BEST site and my most favorite!! :) Just wanted to say hello, and yes my computer needs fixed!! lol |
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Josh |
08-11-2008 5:52 PM Hey Craig.....the site's lookin' real nice! Diggin' yer T man..... |
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DsFords |
07-31-2008 4:32 PM Got yer note about the Falcon. Yeah, in this lovely heat, it ain't no fun to work on stuff. I have to work on my cars in my driveway. It's cookin'! Let me know when, & we'll get that wagon on the road again. |
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Appleblossom |
06-27-2008 3:42 PM Bonnie is one fine Lady! |
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Olsolpinstripe |
06-26-2008 9:30 PM Whats up man!!!!! Help post this website www.azpinstripers.com your gonna love it |
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DsFords |
06-26-2008 4:45 PM Hey, Pikesan Have you had a chance to check out my vids on youtube. I have a link in "Favorite Links" in my garage. You might like the car shows. www.youtube.com/rebarsfords |
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polynesianpop |
05-05-2008 1:51 PM Bonnie's a BEAUTY! |
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jcdvw66 |
04-10-2008 5:02 PM Yes he did,thanks for passing that along.I will have more phptos added soon. Great site. |
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DsFords |
04-05-2008 5:30 PM That roadster looks like a fun ride. I've seen you out at Pavillions & Goodguys. Cool web site, too. Thanks! |
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oxsign |
04-01-2008 6:47 PM Thx man. I took the pix with my camera, but I uploaded them from my buddy's comp. The newest ones are from my comp, and look much better, lol. |
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hozona |
02-23-2008 1:35 PM Thanks for the warm welcome....added descriptions to all the pics I have uploaded today. This site is definitely a plus for our rodding community! |
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AzAmber |
02-18-2008 2:30 PM Edited my story a bit, hope thats ok! Sorry to hear you froze your ass on saturday. 83rd and happy was good, the sun even came out for the show. Have a great week! |
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auburn_hills |
02-11-2008 9:32 AM I love Bonnie, she's a beauty. |
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AzAmber |
02-03-2008 12:16 AM Thanks for the warm welcome! Hopefully one day she'll live up to that name *wink* |
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mwcoc |
02-02-2008 10:55 AM yea it was a funny car from 1994 to 1998...it also had a hemi now a big block chevy...love your ride |
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pckstudio |
01-29-2008 11:16 PM Greatest. Road trip. Ever. ....your bidet knowledge included, I suppose. Awesome times, great show, what else matters? Thanks again, man.... |
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Jeem |
01-28-2008 8:06 PM Good times. Great GNRS trip, thanks for the lift and the good company. Will the MRIM tour bus have bidet's? |
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DragNuts |
01-23-2008 1:43 AM Pinto huh, pretty dang sweet. When i get tired of drag racin I have always wanted to do a rat rod. 
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htrdvxn |
01-12-2008 1:56 PM Hey! Sorry i havent got back to you...When it comes to advertising for the shop, I have no idea LOL, call Doug he will be happy to answer any ?'s! |
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PhoenixHearse |
01-11-2008 11:56 AM Holy crap, I need to add more pictures. Zivy says hi! |
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59redconvt |
12-31-2007 2:13 AM Thanks for the complimenton my convertible. It's a 59 Continental MKIV. Only 2135 were ever made so, it is indeed rare. There are about 50 or so convertibles that I am aware of, and I don't think there are many left that I don't know about. Hopefully the restoration will be finished by summer. Bob. |
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joe9_6 |
12-28-2007 2:27 PM Thanks for adding the sparks pics, now I guess I should blog! |
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kastoo |
12-24-2007 7:46 PM You know I love that Rambler wagon! I'm a big AMC fan! You know what would be cool? Buy a twin to that wagon and chop it into an Elky! |
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Jeem |
12-11-2007 12:36 PM Izzat little roadster the green track T Boyd bought at the GG Scottsdale show years back? Whatever, it looks pretty fun! Oh, the Rambler, I'm goofy for Ramblers.... |
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GasManAZ |
11-26-2007 2:06 PM how's the car running? get those carbs dialed in? sure does look sweet! later buddy... |
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The_Elky_Man |
11-06-2007 12:35 PM Sorry buddy, until I saw yours. I never knew those wagons existed. |
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GasManAZ |
10-31-2007 5:53 PM Exhaust done? When you going to fire Bonnie up? Can't miss the show. |
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The_Elky_Man |
10-30-2007 11:02 PM Hey man you got any more El Camino's here? |
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Mr Freeze |
10-28-2007 3:53 AM Where's that new ride dude? |
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The_Elky_Man |
10-26-2007 9:03 AM Thanx for the comment...Bonnie is a very nice lookin lass too. |
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pikesan |
10-24-2007 3:05 PM Good news! The intake is done! The carbs rebuilt... I need an intake gasket and a fitting or two to put my dual weber 44 IDF intake on! |
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Killerbee |
09-20-2007 5:22 AM going this friday it`s bedtime for you |
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pckstudio |
09-14-2007 8:30 PM Hey man, just wanted to say thanks again for your time today-- glad to have met you! Now bring back some killer pics from BilletProof! Talk with ya next weeek... |
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Napalm |
09-12-2007 9:17 PM Bonnie, Brown Sugar & Velvet.. you must be da' "Lady's Man". Get to work on that Rambler! |
